IKEA’s Tiny Phone Bed Pays You to Unplug and Sleep
Finally, there’s a legit, rewarding reason to set your phone aside for the night.
Your smartphone works just as hard as you do—enduring endless taps, scrolls, and late-night sessions—so it’s only fair it gets some rest too. IKEA gets it, and they’ve turned that idea into a charming reality with their new Phone Sleep Collection: a mini bed made specifically for your device.
Complete with tiny sheets, a plush pillow, and an NFC (Near-Field Communication) chip hidden in the frame, this pint-sized furniture piece is designed for one purpose: getting your phone 7 hours of undisturbed “sleep.” Pair it with the dedicated IKEA app, which syncs your phone’s downtime with your own, and you could even earn a prize for sticking to the routine.
Sleep Side-by-Side (Literally)
Here’s how the promotion works: Leave your phone in its mini bed for 7 consecutive hours every night, for a full week straight, and IKEA will hook you up with a $27 voucher. The catch? It’s an exclusive offer for customers in the UAE, aimed at encouraging healthier sleep habits. And the phone bed itself? It’s free when you spend 750 AED (around $200) on items from IKEA’s Complete Sleep Collection.
IKEA UAE teased the product in a 41-second YouTube clip, and it’s as adorable as it sounds. Modeled after a real bed with IKEA’s signature Scandinavian minimalism, it fits perfectly on any bedside table—no clunky setup required. The soft, folded duvet and tiny pillow add a whimsical touch, while the NFC chip (the same tech used in contactless payments or digital keycards) sits discreetly beneath the layers. It only activates when your phone is within a few centimeters, so there’s no room for cheating.
No More Sneaking Phone Time After Bed
Once you place your phone on the bed, the NFC chip triggers a timestamp in the app, marking the start of its “sleep.” Pick it up—even for a second—and the connection breaks, ending the session. There’s no way to fake it; if you want the reward, your phone stays put all night.
Beyond the fun factor, this little bed serves a real purpose: improving your sleep. We’ve all heard the science: smartphone blue light suppresses melatonin, the hormone that tells your brain it’s time to wind down. Late-night doomscrolling on TikTok or social media overstimulates your brain, pushing deep sleep further away. This bed gently encourages you to unplug, aligning your rest schedule with your device’s.
It’s also a stylish addition to your home. Unlike most wellness gadgets—with their flashy LEDs and awkward shapes that clash with minimalist decor—this phone bed blends right in. And don’t worry about overheating: IKEA’s thought that through too.
The frame is crafted from lightweight birch composite or coated medium-density fiberboard (MDF)—a classic IKEA choice you’ve probably seen in small home accessories. The layer holding the NFC chip is likely made of non-conductive polymer or laminated wood to avoid electromagnetic interference (metals easily disrupt NFC signals, so no metallic screws or foil here). The base is assembled with wood glue joints or plastic snaps, keeping it sturdy yet lightweight.
